Flight 630 from Detroit was approaching a runway last Wednesday when a controller told the pilot: "630, go around," instructing the plane to circle the airport and attempt another landing, according to audio aired by Atlanta television station WXIA.
The controller then quickly said: "I'm kidding Delta 630. Delta 630, you're clear to land," according to the recording.
The pilot replied: "You sent us around. Delta 630 on the go."
FAA to investigate air traffic controller's 'kidding' comment | Reuters